FAQ

Who takes all of your photos? My husband takes a lot of my photos and was my photographer when I first started. Now I have another photographer I use on a regular basis. But I still love having Michael shoot me!

What self-tanner do you use? I shared all my favorite products and tips for the perfect sunless tan in a blog post here.

What’s your advice for new bloggers? You don’t grow overnight, this takes time. Make sure you are able to post consistently and include high quality images before you decide to start blogging seriously. Make sure to network yourself, by visiting other blogs and commenting. Use trending hashtags that are relevant on instagram and twitter. Blogging is very fun, but a lot of hard work and dedication. Good things don’t come easy, ever!

What type of camera do you use? We use this camera here and this lens here.

How can you grow your instagram?

Take high quality, well lit photos and post consistently. Tag brands you are wearing on instagram for a possible feature/regram. Use relevant hashtags and post at peak times of the day. Instagram now has analytics that show you what times have the best engagement from your audience.

What instagram filters do you use?

To edit photos taken on my phone, I use Afterlight, VSCO and Snapseed are all my favorites.

HOW TO: Victoria Secret Model Runway Inspired Curls

Let’s be honest. Who doesn’t want hair that looks like it’s straight off the runway from the Victoria Secret Show? In honor of the runway show this evening, I am sharing how-to create their look. The Victoria Secret Model style is a more lived-in, beach-wave curl that is natural looking and not too done like you are going to the prom or wedding. It’s pretty simple. I hope you enjoy it!

Step 1: Pick your part. Typically the models part in the middle. I prefer the side part. It really doesn’t matter.

Step 2: Use a wand or clipless curling iron. The wand allows you to do the wrap curl which gives you a more natural (super model) wave. Plus whenever I curl with the wand, my curls last way longer. Up to three days! *Side note: if this is your first time using the wand, I suggest using the glove that comes with the iron to protect you from burning your hand. The wrap is a technique that takes time to get use to and I remember burning myself numerous times before I go the hand of it.

If you don’t want a clipless curling iron or wand, just use the barrel of your curling iron!

Begin curling your hair using 1 inch sections and wrapping around the barrel –making sure to curl the sections along your hairline away from your face. Important: Allow each curl to cool and ‘set’ aka don’t touch them once you release, this make the curl last longer. I typically finish one side and let set then finish the other, then let that set for at least 4-5 minutes.

Step 3: After curls have set, run your fingers through the curls and break up the curls to give it a more natural look. Then apply a flexible hold hairspray, so your curls can bounce and look natural.

Let me know how it goes! Any questions, ask me on instagram! I would love to see your look, share your photos on instagram and tag me @cellajaneblog.

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